Machinist

About the role

This is a Temp to Hire position with training periods of 30, 60, and 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate custom components and replacement parts to support Maintenance and Engineering Department operations.
• Collaborate with Maintenance and Engineering teams to develop innovative and effective design solutions.
• Design and manufacture custom parts in situations where engineering drawings or blueprints are unavailable.
• Produce precision components from sketches, samples, and verbal specifications.
• Design and build jigs, fixtures, and tooling to improve manufacturing efficiency, accuracy, and consistency.
• Perform routine maintenance and upkeep of machine shop equipment to ensure reliability and support production demands.
• Manage inventory levels of machine tooling, supplies, and fabricated spare parts, ensuring timely replenishment to support efficient machining operations and minimize production downtime.
• Safely set up, operate, and maintain machine tools to prevent equipment damage, material loss, and operational disruptions.
• Coordinate work activities and project priorities with the Maintenance Manager to maximize plant productivity and efficiency.
• Independently operate, troubleshoot, and repair machinery and equipment on routine assignments while effectively handling new or unusual tasks with general guidance.
• Apply mathematical principles and technical knowledge to support machining, fabrication, and precision manufacturing processes.
• Continuously identify and implement equipment and process improvements to increase productivity, reliability, and reduce downtime.
• Adhere to all company safety policies, procedures, and regulations while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Complete all assigned work safely, professionally, efficiently, and within established timeframes.
• Maintain a regular work schedule and work overtime as needed to support operational requirements.
• Perform other related duties and special assignments as directed, including work beyond normal shift hours or workweeks to meet business needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Over one year experience as a machinist or equivalent.

Skills

• Ability to operate CNC, lathes, and mill machines.
• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills.
• Proficiency with measuring tools (Dial indicators, Micrometers, Calipers, Comparator).
• Strong fundamental mathematical skills and ability to apply them to machine shop technologies.
• Skills in industrial math.
• Basic computer skills including data entry and retrieval, Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, etc.).
• Basic reading and writing skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.

Physical and Environmental Demands

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that is not temperature controlled.
• Ability to wear appropriate PPE.
• Ability to perform frequent strenuous work and lift up to 50 pounds.

About nVent

nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world’s most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE.

Core Values

• Innovative & adaptable
• Dedicated to absolute integrity
• Focused on the customer first
• Respectful and team oriented
• Optimistic and energizing
• Accountable for performance

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Caregiver, personal and parental leave.
• Back-up care services.
• Paid time off including volunteer time.
• A well-being program.
• Legal & identity theft protection.